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Introduction to sustainable energy systems

Module 1 is an introduction to the course, its overall goals, topics covered, types of assignments and expectations. We'll discuss meeting times, reading materials and where to find them, the writing-intensive nature of the course, and the grading scheme. Then we'll break down the term 'sustainable energy system'. What does the term mean? Why is it relevant? Is it possible? And how is the structure of the course designed to help us learn more, draw conclusions and evaluate possible solutions.